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class=\"brand\" href=\"\/\">Armando Sailing.<\/a><div class=\"navlinks\"><a href=\"#saronic\">Saronic islands<\/a><a href=\"#lefkada\">Lefkada &amp; the Ionian<\/a><a href=\"#greece-gallery\">Gallery<\/a><a href=\"#contact\">Enquire<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/nav><section class=\"hero\"><div class=\"hero-copy\"><div class=\"eyebrow\">Greece \u00b7 Private sailing holidays<\/div><h1>Island days.<br>Greek horizons.<\/h1><p class=\"intro\">Harbours full of character. Clear water and long evenings ashore. Discover Greece by yacht or catamaran with your skipper, Armando.<\/p><a class=\"button\" href=\"#contact\">PLAN YOUR GREEK ESCAPE \u2192<\/a><\/div><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"hero-photo\" src=\"https:\/\/armandosailing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/greece.jpeg\" alt=\"Sailing yachts in a Greek harbour at sunset\"><\/section><section class=\"section\"><div class=\"wrap\"><div class=\"eyebrow\">Two ways to discover Greece<\/div><h2>Choose your coast.<br>Find your rhythm.<\/h2><p class=\"intro-wide\">Explore the Saronic and neighbouring Argosaronic islands from the Athens area, or begin in Lefkada for a journey through the Ionian. These are two separate sailing regions, each offering its own atmosphere. We choose the region, boat and pace together, around your group and preferred dates.<\/p><div class=\"greece-nav\"><a class=\"text-link\" href=\"#saronic\">DISCOVER THE SARONIC ISLANDS \u2193<\/a><a class=\"text-link\" href=\"#lefkada\">EXPLORE LEFKADA &amp; THE IONIAN \u2193<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"section experience\" id=\"saronic\"><div class=\"wrap\"><div class=\"eyebrow\">From the Athens area<\/div><h2>The Saronic islands.<br>A harbour, a story, a sunset.<\/h2><p class=\"intro-wide\">Island towns, pine-fringed shores and evenings beside the water. A sailing holiday here combines time on board with walks ashore, local food and the pleasure of arriving somewhere different.<\/p><div class=\"island-grid\"><article class=\"island-stop\"><span class=\"number\">01 \/ AEGINA<\/span><h3>A taste of island life<\/h3><p>Stroll along the waterfront, pause for a coffee and discover an island known for its pistachios and the ancient Temple of Aphaia. A relaxed beginning to your Greek escape.<\/p><\/article><article class=\"island-stop\"><span class=\"number\">02 \/ AGISTRI<\/span><h3>Pines beside the sea<\/h3><p>Green shores and inviting water make Agistri a lovely place to slow down. Enjoy a swimming stop, time on the beach or an easy walk ashore.<\/p><\/article><article class=\"island-stop\"><span class=\"number\">03 \/ POROS<\/span><h3>A harbour with character<\/h3><p>Neoclassical houses rise above the waterfront beneath the island\u2019s clock tower. Come ashore for a wander, then settle into a taverna as the harbour lights come on.<\/p><\/article><article class=\"island-stop\"><span class=\"number\">04 \/ HYDRA<\/span><h3>A different rhythm<\/h3><p>Stone mansions, a memorable harbour and lanes explored on foot give Hydra its distinctive atmosphere. Take your time ashore and enjoy the island\u2019s maritime character.<\/p><\/article><article class=\"island-stop\"><span class=\"number\">05 \/ SPETSES<\/span><h3>An elegant island stop<\/h3><p>Discover waterfront walks, the Old Port and a proud seafaring heritage. Spetses can be included when the trip length and conditions allow.<\/p><\/article><\/div><p class=\"route-note\">Possible stops include Aegina, Agistri, Poros, Hydra and Spetses. This is a selection of places to explore, not a promise to visit every island. The departure marina, sailing plan and overnight stops are agreed for your trip.<\/p><\/div><\/section><section class=\"section\" id=\"lefkada\"><div class=\"wrap\"><div class=\"eyebrow\">A separate journey in the Ionian Sea<\/div><h2>Lefkada &amp; the Ionian.<br>Follow the green shores.<\/h2><p class=\"intro-wide\">A different side of Greece: lush islands, small harbours and days shaped around the sea. From Lefkada, we can plan a journey towards Meganisi, Ithaca and Kefalonia, or choose a slower route through smaller islands.<\/p><div class=\"island-grid\"><article class=\"island-stop\"><span class=\"number\">01 \/ LEFKADA<\/span><h3>Your Ionian beginning<\/h3><p>Begin your journey from Lefkada, then discover green coastlines, inviting bays and relaxed evenings ashore. We agree the departure marina and boat when planning your trip.<\/p><\/article><article class=\"island-stop\"><span class=\"number\">02 \/ MEGANISI<\/span><h3>Time for a quiet bay<\/h3><p>Small harbours and coves invite an unhurried island day. Swim, enjoy lunch on board and make time for a village walk.<\/p><\/article><article class=\"island-stop\"><span class=\"number\">03 \/ ITHACA<\/span><h3>A slower kind of discovery<\/h3><p>Add Ithaca to your journey for coastal villages, blue water and time to explore ashore. It is a natural choice for a trip that leaves room to linger.<\/p><\/article><article class=\"island-stop\"><span class=\"number\">04 \/ KEFALONIA<\/span><h3>Another island chapter<\/h3><p>Kefalonia brings a different setting to your Ionian escape. Fiskardo is one possible harbour stop, with the final choice shaped around your route and available time.<\/p><\/article><article class=\"island-stop\"><span class=\"number\">05 \/ KALAMOS &#038; KASTOS<\/span><h3>The smaller island option<\/h3><p>For a different pace, discuss Kalamos and Kastos with Armando. These can form an alternative to a longer loop, rather than trying to fit every island into one week.<\/p><\/article><\/div><p class=\"route-note\">These are route ideas, not a fixed weekly programme. We select suitable stops for the available time, weather and sea conditions, keeping space for swimming and relaxed days on board.<\/p><\/div><\/section><section class=\"section skipper\"><div class=\"wrap split\"><div><div class=\"eyebrow\">Sailing with Armando<\/div><h2>Your company.<br>Your kind of holiday.<\/h2><p>Bring family or friends and tell me what you enjoy: more time swimming, exploring island towns or simply relaxing on deck. We build the journey around your preferences.<\/p><\/div><div><p>Choose a yacht or catamaran to suit your group. The exact boat, cabins, departure point and price are confirmed in your individual proposal.<\/p><p>You do not need previous sailing experience. Join in if you wish, or settle into life on board while your skipper handles the sailing.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"section skipper\" id=\"greece-gallery\"><div class=\"wrap\"><div class=\"eyebrow\">Our Greek journeys<\/div><h2>Island life.<br>Moments to remember.<\/h2><p>A collection from our travels in Greece: colourful harbours, life ashore and days on the water. Open a photograph to enjoy the full view.<\/p><div class=\"greek-gallery\"><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/armandosailing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/greece-journey-01.jpeg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"Open photograph: Island colours\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/armandosailing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/greece-journey-01.jpeg\" alt=\"Colourful houses on a Greek island harbour with Armando Sailing branding\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><figcaption>Island colours<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/armandosailing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/greece-journey-02.jpeg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"Open photograph: A walk by the harbour\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/armandosailing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/greece-journey-02.jpeg\" alt=\"Donkeys and waterfront buildings at a Greek harbour\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><figcaption>A walk by the harbour<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/armandosailing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/greece-journey-03.jpeg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"Open photograph: Poros from the water\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/armandosailing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/greece-journey-03.jpeg\" alt=\"Poros waterfront and clock tower seen from a sailing boat\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><figcaption>Poros from the water<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/armandosailing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/greece-journey-04.jpeg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"Open photograph: Athens from the sea\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/armandosailing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/greece-journey-04.jpeg\" alt=\"Athens and the Acropolis seen from the water\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><figcaption>Athens from the sea<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/armandosailing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/greece-journey-05.jpeg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"Open photograph: Lunch with a sea view\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/armandosailing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/greece-journey-05.jpeg\" alt=\"Cat beside a seaside table with sailing yachts in the bay\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><figcaption>Lunch with a sea view<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/armandosailing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/greece-journey-06.jpeg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"Open photograph: Life in the fishing harbour\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/armandosailing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/greece-journey-06.jpeg\" alt=\"Traditional fishing boat and a catamaran in a Greek harbour\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><figcaption>Life in the fishing harbour<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/armandosailing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/greece-journey-07.jpeg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"Open photograph: Days at anchor\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/armandosailing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/greece-journey-07.jpeg\" alt=\"Sailing yachts in turquoise water seen from the boat\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><figcaption>Days at anchor<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/armandosailing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/greece-journey-08.jpeg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"Open photograph: The last light of the day\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/armandosailing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/greece-journey-08.jpeg\" alt=\"Sailing yacht moored at sunset\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><figcaption>The last light of the day<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/armandosailing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/greece-journey-09.jpeg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"Open photograph: Time for a swim\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/armandosailing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/greece-journey-09.jpeg\" alt=\"A guest jumping from the swimming platform into clear blue water\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><figcaption>Time for a swim<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"section contact\" id=\"contact\"><div class=\"wrap\"><div class=\"eyebrow\">Let\u2019s plan your journey<\/div><h2>Which Greek horizon<br>will be yours?<\/h2><p class=\"section-lead\">Tell Armando your preferred dates, group size and whether you are drawn to the Saronic islands or Lefkada and the Ionian.<\/p><a class=\"email\" href=\"mailto:armanserati@gmail.com?subject=Greece%20sailing%20enquiry\">armanserati@gmail.com<\/a><a class=\"button\" href=\"mailto:armanserati@gmail.com?subject=Greece%20sailing%20enquiry&amp;body=Preferred%20region%3A%0APreferred%20dates%3A%0ANumber%20of%20guests%3A\">ASK ABOUT YOUR GREEK ESCAPE \u2197<\/a><\/div><\/section><footer class=\"footer\"><div class=\"wrap\"><a href=\"\/\">\u2190 BACK TO ARMANDO SAILING<\/a><span>Private Yacht &amp; 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